For years I sped through Yoho National Park on Highway 1, in a hurry to get to Banff. From the road, the mountains were pretty but they didn’t entice me to stop. Oh how wrong I was! Once I finally got off the highway and saw all the things to do in Yoho National Park, …
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Fogo Island is a bit mysterious. It’s a small island off the coast of Newfoundland with a stunning windswept landscape and a tight-knit community. I dreamed of visiting for nearly two decades, and recently, I made it happen. There are so many cool things to do on Fogo Island! If you’ve never heard of Fogo, …
The Yoho Valley in Yoho National Park is a special place. In the Cree language, “Yoho” is an expression of wonder or awe. It pretty much means “wow!” And while it sounds cheesy, that’s what I kept saying when I spent three days backpacking the Yoho Valley Loop including the Iceline Trail. I had been …
Twillingate is known as the iceberg capital of the world and is a popular stop for road trips across Newfoundland. Located on a pair of rocky islands in the center of the province, this tiny town is full of history, culture, hiking trails, and yes, icebergs. I’ve been there twice, so I’ve got lots of …
While I haven’t been to every single town in Newfoundland, I have been quite a few, so I’m confident when I saw that Trinity is the prettiest town in the province. From theatre to historic sites to hiking, there are lots of things to do in Trinity. The town sits in a protected harbour at …
The River of Golden Dreams is one of the best things to do in Whistler in the summer. It’s often described as a natural lazy river that winds its way between two lakes in the Whistler Valley. I live in nearby Squamish so I have paddled the River of Golden Dreams both in my own …
Bonavista is one of the oldest towns in Newfoundland. It has lots of history, adorable old buildings, and an iconic lighthouse. It’s also not too far (about 3.5 hours) from St. John’s. I’ve made two separate trips to this area, so I’ve got some great ideas for things to do in Bonavista, Newfoundland. While other …
While Vancouver is a beautiful city with lots to offer, sometimes you just want to get out of town. Living here my whole life, I’ve been on more weekend trips from Vancouver than I can count. I’ve put together a great list of over 20 weekend getaways from Vancouver. There’s something for everyone on this …
St. John’s is a lot of things: the oldest city in North America, the capital of Newfoundland, and the easternmost point in Canada. It’s also a vibrant and friendly city that I love so much I’ve visited twice. From seafood to Signal Hill, here are the best things to do in St. John’s, Newfoundland. Even …
Bowen Island is one of my favourite getaways from Vancouver. It’s a small, forested island with a rugged coastline and a close-knit community of about 4,200 people. There are so many things to do on Bowen Island: It has a thriving arts community and lots of opportunities to connect with nature. I like going to …